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Margate: Three arrested after armed police force them to the ground at gunpoint

11:33, 27 February 2018

Dramatic photos show the moment three men were forced to the ground by armed police.

Firearms officers were called to Northdown Road, Margate, yesterday at about 12.30pm after a car was stopped.

Three men were held at gunpoint and arrested on suspicion of assault and public order offences.

Firearms officers arrested three men. Pic: Alex Vassallo
Firearms officers arrested three men. Pic: Alex Vassallo
Armed police in Northdown Road. Pic: Alex Vassallo
Armed police in Northdown Road. Pic: Alex Vassallo

It comes as part of an investigation being led by Cheshire Police.

Cheshire Police have been contacted for more information.

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